WorksheetsMastering Conjunctions
Total questions: 59
Worksheet time: 37mins
What is a conjunction?
A conjunction is a word that describes an action.
A conjunction is a synonym for a noun.
A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences.
A conjunction is a type of punctuation.
Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.'
or
but
and
so
Choose the correct conjunction: 'She is talented ___ hardworking.' (and, but, or)
neither
but not
and
or
What type of conjunction is 'although'?
interjection
subordinating conjunction
preposition
coordinating conjunction
Rewrite the sentence using a conjunction: 'He was tired. He finished his homework.'
He was tired, so he didn't finish his homework.
He finished his homework because he was tired.
He was tired and he didn't do his homework.
Although he was tired, he finished his homework.
Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I like tea, and she likes coffee.'
and
but
or
so
Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction? (because, and, but)
if
or
because
so
Fill in the blank with a conjunction: 'You can have ice cream ___ cake.'
or
but
nor
and
What is the function of conjunctions in a sentence?
To provide definitions for words in a sentence.
To indicate the tense of verbs in a sentence.
To replace nouns with pronouns in a sentence.
The function of conjunctions in a sentence is to connect words, phrases, or clauses.
Identify the conjunction in the following sentence: 'Neither the manager nor the assistant was present.'
nor
and
or
but
Choose the correct conjunction: 'I will go to the party ___ I finish my work.' (if, unless, after)
after
while
before
since
What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?
Coordinating conjunctions connect independent clauses only; subordinating conjunctions connect equal elements.
Coordinating conjunctions connect equal elements; subordinating conjunctions connect dependent and independent clauses.
Coordinating conjunctions are used only in questions; subordinating conjunctions are used in statements.
Coordinating conjunctions are always single words; subordinating conjunctions are always phrases.
Provide an example of a correlative conjunction.
whether...or
neither...nor
both...and
either...or
Identify the conjunction in this complex sentence: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go hiking.'
Because
And
But
Although
Rewrite the following sentences using a conjunction: 'She loves reading. She loves writing.'
She loves to read and also write.
She enjoys reading or writing.
She prefers reading over writing.
She loves reading and writing.
________ I am concerned, this is a great idea.
As far as
Therefore
Even though
So
________ she was tired, she went to the party.
Therefore
Even though
As far as
So
________ it was expensive, they bought the car.
So
Even though
As far as
Therefore
I studied hard, ________ I passed the exam.
so
even though
though
as far as
________ I know, she is the best candidate for the job.
Even though
Therefore
As far as
Although
________ she was sick, she went to work.
So
As far as
Even though
Therefore
She was hungry, ________ she didn't eat anything.
as far as
so
though
even though
We arrived early, ________ we got the best seats.
so
as far as
although
even though
________ she was nervous, she gave a great presentation.
As far as
Therefore
Even though
So
He is very talented, ________ he lacks discipline.
so
therefore
though
as far as
They worked hard, ________ they finished the project on time.
though
therefore
as far as
even though
________ he is not very experienced, he got the job.
As far as
Therefore
So
Although
________ she studied hard, she didn't pass the exam.
So
Therefore
As far as
Even though
________ I can tell, this is the best solution.
Although
So
As far as
Even though
He is not rich, ________ he is happy.
so
therefore
though
as far as
He was tired, ________ he kept working.
though
therefore
so
as far as
________ they knew it was dangerous, they went ahead with the plan.
Even though
Therefore
As far as
So
He missed the bus, ________ he was late for work.
so
although
even though
as far as
He didn't study, ________ he failed the exam.
therefore
although
even though
as far as
________ it was raining, they went for a walk.
As far as
Therefore
Although
So
They are not my schoolmates. They are not my friends.
They are neither my schoolmates nor my friends.
They are either my schoolmates or my friends.
Which correlative conjunction in this sentence:
I am unsure whether I should apply or not.
am/unsure
unsure/whether
whether/should
whether/or
Choose the correct coordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: I like to play soccer _____ basketball.
and
but
because
or
Subordinating conjunctions are used to join:
nouns to verbs
adjectives to adverbs
prepositions to objects
dependent clauses to independent clauses
Coordinating conjunctions are used to join:
verbs, adjectives, or adverbs
nouns, pronouns, or prepositions
sentences, paragraphs, or essays
words, phrases, or independent clauses
Which of the following is a correlative conjunction?
not only...but also
neither...nor
either...or
both...and
Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: I will go to the park _____ it stops raining.
while
because
after
until
Which of the following is a NOT a coordinating conjunction?
but
or
because
and
Choose the correct coordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: I want to go to the party, _____ I have to finish my homework first.
and
so
but
or
Select all of the coordinating conjunctions below:
and
or
because
but
You can either stand up___________ sit down on the sofa.
because
and
or
so
but
Mark let his friends play with his bike, ____ not his basketball.
and
or
so
but
Would you rather work on math ___ science first?
and
for
so
or
The school bus driver wanted to turn right, ____ had to turn left instead.
and
so
for
but
Ryan forgot his backpack at school, ___ he couldn’t do his homework.
and
so
for
but
Identify the coordinating conjunction ("FANBOYS") in the sentence.
After the barbecue, I stayed to clean the tables, but Gabby Douglas rushed home to her pet iguana.
therefore
or
meanwhile
but
I have some free time ... an extra ticket. Do you want to see a movie?
and
for
yet
nor
We can go out for dinner now ... later.
or
yet
but
we
He is neither mad __________ upset.
or
nor
but also
and
Do you want to order pizza?
Should I make spaghetti?
Which conjunction is used in the sentence 'She was tired, but she continued working.'?
But
And
Or
So
Which conjunction is used in the sentence 'The project was difficult, but we managed to complete it on time.'?
But
And
Or
So
Which conjunction is used in the sentence 'She wants to play basketball, but I want to play softball.'?
But
And
Or
So
